16 courses with the subject AST, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
AST 1106Automotive Lab I6
Automotive Lab I is designed to expose the student to live automotive repair under the supervision of certified master automotive technicians. Various automotive repair procedures will be covered with emphasis placed on engine performance and/or automotive electrical/electronics. The student will learn from hands on experience in the areas of repair, parts identification, use of shop manuals, and parts ordering. Safety training and shop management will also be stressed.
This course is designed to offer an introduction to the automotive brake system and its hydraulic principles of operation. Includes the theory, operation, and construction of disc brakes, drum brakes, power brakes, master cylinders, precision machining of rotors and drums as well as antilock braking systems and their related computer controlled components. Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair are emphasized. The student completing this curriculum will have been given the opportunity to gain the technical skills required to become a certified automotive brake specialist.
AST 1213 Basic Electrical , or AST 1223 Automotive Maintenance or Instructor Approval Course Level Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Identify automotive brakes system components and operation (PLO 1, 2, 3) Select proper brake system repair procedures and techniques (PLO 1, 2, 3, 5, 6) Diagnose automotive brake system problems and related concerns (PLO 1, 2, 3, 5) Choose relative service information (PLO 1, 2, 3, 6) Provide appropriate and ethical customer service (PLO 4, 5, 6) Latest Update Effective: Spring 2020
AST 1206Automotive Lab II6
Automotive Lab II is designed to expose the student to live automotive repair under the supervision of certified master automotive technicians. Various automotive repair procedures will be covered with emphasis placed on Engine Performance and Electrical. The student will learn from hands on experience in the areas of repair, parts identification, use of shop manuals, and parts ordering. Safety training and shop management will also be stressed.
This course offers an introduction to basic electrical systems, including basic multimeter usage, circuit testing, circuit protection devices, wiring and wire repair, and electrical schematics and symbols.
This course will detail the operations and servicing of the fuel systems and related components found in a typical passenger vehicle. Electrical and mechanical components and their controls will be covered.
Technical Certificate in Automotive Service Technology or completion of the 2 Year High School Program or Instructor Approval Course Level Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Identify fuel system components and operation (PLO 1, 2, 3) Select proper repair procedures and techniques (PLO 1, 2, 3, 5, 6) Diagnose fuel system problems and related concerns (PLO 1, 2, 3, 5) Choose relative service Information (PLO 1, 2, 3, 6) Provide appropriate and ethical customer service (PLO 4, 5, 6) Latest Update Effective: Spring 2020
AST 1323Automotive Electrical3
This course offers an introduction to automotive testing equipment, batteries, cranking system, charging systems, more complex electrical circuits, lighting, accessory, network, hybrid, and airbag systems.
This course is designed to cover the operation and repair of the automotive manual transmission and transaxle. Areas covered also include clutches, drive shafts, constant velocity joints, differentials, and four-wheel and all-wheel drive systems.
Automotive Lab III is designed to expose the student to shop management skills. The student will take a lead technician role and assist in service writer and overall shop management duties.
This course offers an introduction to vehicle steering and suspension design, operation, diagnosis, and repair. Areas covered are tire and wheel, front and rear suspension, front and rear steering components and operation, mechanical and electronic steering and suspension components, and wheel alignment principles and procedures.
This course covers the introduction to automotive gasoline engines, and their theories of operation. The student will be instructed from the beginner level of engine operation through the final stages of engine rebuilding. Areas of training include assembly of major engine components, lubrication, cooling systems, basic tools and precision measuring devices. Shop safety, preventive maintenance, and engine troubleshooting are stressed.
AST 1213 Basic Electrical , or AST 1223 Automotive Maintenance or Instructor Approval Course Level Objectives Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to: Identify automotive engine system components and operation (PLO 1, 2, 3) Select proper automotive engine repair procedures and techniques (PLO 1, 2, 3, 5, 6) Diagnose automotive engine problems and related concerns (PLO 1, 2, 3, 5) Choose relative service Information (PLO 1, 2, 3, 6) Provide appropriate and ethical customer service (PLO 4, 5, 6) Latest Update Effective: Spring 2020
AST 1803Engine Performance Fundamentals3
This course will cover the basics operations and theory of the internal combustion engine, fuel systems, and ignition systems. There will be an introduction to the computer sensors, actuators, and on-board diagnostics.
AST 1213 Basic Electrical , or AST 1223 Automotive Maintenance or Instructor Approval Course Level Objectives Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: Identify engine performance system components and operation (PLO 1,2,3) Select proper engine performance procedures and techniques (PLO 1,2,3,5,6) Diagnosis engine performance problems and related concerns (PLO 1,2,3,5) Choose relative service Information (PLO 1,2,3,6) Provide appropriate and ethical customer service techniques (PLO 4,5,6) Latest Update Effective: Spring 2020
AST 1903Automotive AC/Heat3
Theory of refrigeration, the refrigeration cycle, and the basic components of a typical automotive refrigeration system will be introduced. The function of compressors, lines, expansion valves, orifice tubes, receiver dryers, condensers, evaporators, and the air distribution system will be covered. Service and maintenance procedures, basic shop safety, environmental concerns, and recycling of refrigerant are included.
This course will detail the operations and servicing of the ignition and emission systems and related components found in a typical passenger vehicle. Electrical and mechanical components and their controls will be covered.
Automotive Service Technology students will receive on-the-job training associated with the automotive area to reinforce classroom instruction. Supervision will be provided by the classroom instructor in conjunction with the internship site personnel.
